2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
Model | X Coupe | Taft |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |